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Zoo New York encompasses thirty-two acres of Watertown’s Thompson Park and is the world’s only zoo dedicated to the wild animals of the state of New York, as well as wild places with animals that were at one time native to the state.

Visitors can get up close to black bears, climb an authentic Adirondack fire tire, view the rare wolverines and their playful antics, and much more. Along with the ecosystems in the New York State Zoo built around these native New York State animals, the grounds also include a Butterfly House and the Olmsted Pond surrounded by wildflowers.

Zoo New York, 1 Thompson Park, Watertown, NY 13601, Phone: 315-782-6180, Map

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Take the kids to Zoo New York Stroll through the historic Public Square Visit the Soldiers and Sailors Civil War Monument Stop by the Honor the Mountain Monument Have lunch at The Crystal Restaurant Ski at Dry Hill Ski Area Dine at Art's Jug Restaurant Enjoy the hands-on Sci-Tech Center Enjoy refreshing craft brews at Boots Brewing Company Go wine tasting at Yellow Barn Winery Have fun with friends at The Escape Works Inc. Visit the historic Roswell P. Flower Monument Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Zero Latency New York Play a round of golf at Watertown Golf Club

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